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Ted's Montana Grill is a distinguished full-service restaurant dedicated to delivering an authentic dining experience inspired by the spirit of the American West. Founded by co-founders Ted Turner and George W. McKerrow, this establishment focuses on simplicity, honesty, and authenticity. Its ambiance reflects the classic 19th-century saloon atmosphere, where cattlemen and land barons once gathered to relax after a hard day's work. With a strong commitment to hospitality, experience, and sustainability, Ted's Montana Grill ensures every guest feels welcomed and leaves with a memorable "Big Sky Moment." The restaurant places great emphasis on sustainability through practices such as using paper straws, eco-friendly cleaning products like Boraxo soap, supporting local growers, and making conscious choices in its kitchens.

At Ted's Montana Grill, passion starts in the kitchen. The culinary team prepares all menu items in small batches to guarantee premium freshness and flavor. The restaurant prides itself on an on-premise butcher shop where meat and bison are hand-carved and ground daily to ensure peak freshness. Ted's does not use any frozen food or microwaves, reinforcing the commitment to quality and traditional preparation methods.

The Line Cook/Prep Cook role at Ted's Montana Grill is vital to maintaining the high standards that define the establishment. This position combines culinary skill with the ability to engage with guests, emphasizing both food quality and service attitude. The role involves preparing food items to order, adhering strictly to standard recipes and timely procedures, and grilling foods to precise temperatures and quality standards. A key aspect of this job is maintaining strong communication with both Heart of House (HOH) and Front of House (FOH) teams and management to ensure smooth order flow and accurate product availability throughout the shift.

In addition to food preparation, the Line Cook/Prep Cook is responsible for inspecting the quality and quantity of ingredients, cutting or portioning meats including poultry and fish, and maintaining a safe, organized, and clean work environment. This includes labeling all food items per food safety and shelf-life guidelines, cleaning storage areas such as walk-in and reach-in refrigerators, cooler drawers, prep areas, and dry storage. The role also requires restocking items on the line diligently and following all food safety and temperature standards consistently.

This position demands physical endurance as it involves standing for long periods and performing physical tasks like bending, stooping, reaching, pushing, and lifting heavy items up to 100 pounds multiple times per shift. The kitchen environment exposes employees to smoke, steam, high temperatures, humidity, and cold conditions, so resilience and a calm professional demeanor under pressure are essential.

Ted's Montana Grill also values inclusivity and diversity, seeking candidates with strong communication and interpersonal skills who can work effectively with people from various backgrounds. While experience in a full-service restaurant kitchen is preferred, the restaurant welcomes candidates who demonstrate eagerness to learn, organizational skills, adaptability, and professionalism.

As a member of the Ted's Montana Grill team, the Line Cook/Prep Cook is encouraged to grow within the company and develop leadership skills aligned with the restaurant's mission and values. This role is an excellent opportunity for culinary professionals passionate about quality food, exceptional guest experiences, and sustainable practices to become part of a respected and longstanding restaurant tradition.